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Entrepreneurs

The Productivity Secrets of an Entrepreneur Whose First Business Idea Turned Into Multimillion-Dollar Company

The founder and CEO of Thumbtack looks to a quote from Bill Gates to help him stay focused on the long term.

By Nina Zipkin

Building a Business

I Left a Job at Google to Start My Own Company — Here’s How I Made the Transition

By Chris Hutchins

Thought Leaders

The Most Important Advice I Give to Young Entrepreneurs

By Thuzio Executive Club

Thought Leaders

This Successful Media Executive Shares a Surprising Truth About What You Must Do to Secure Your Place at the Top

By Nina Zipkin

Building a Business

This Successful Ecommerce Entrepreneur Explains How to Tell The Difference Between Urgent and Important

Zulily co-founder Darrell Cavens says that he turns off notifications but keeps his door open, to be at his best problem-solving mindset

By Nina Zipkin

Building a Business

Don’t Take Advice From Quitters

Ignore people who tell you to take it easy. They don't understand your goals.

By Grant Cardone

Online Presence

This Cosmetics Store Clerk Turned YouTuber Channeled Her Passion for Makeup and Family Into a Beloved Lifestyle Brand

Judy Travis takes her fans inside her life.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

27 Founders Reveal Their Favorite Tool to Keep Them Organized

Add these to your arsenal.

By Nina Zipkin

Human Resources

Ask the Relationship Expert: ‘Work Stress Is Impacting My Enjoyment in the Bedroom’

When both partners are entrepreneurs, it can be hard to find the right time for intimacy.

By Marla N. Mattenson

Thought Leaders

This Entrepreneur Never Thought She Would Run a Business. Here’s How She Got Comfortable in That Role.

Here's what you can learn from Eden Sassoon's success.

By Business Rockstars

Building a Business

Need to Negotiate? Here’s the Best Way to Advocate for Yourself for Maximum Impact.

Cathryn Lavery started two businesses, one of which was funded successfully on Kickstarter.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

5 Pieces of Hard-Won Wisdom From Billionaire Warren Buffett

The Berkshire Hathaway owner and CEO revealed his approach to business in the the company's annual letter to shareholders.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

Even Through Humble Beginnings, Persistence Wins Over All, Says Gary Vaynerchuk

The VaynerMedia co-founder and CEO goes back to his start in a heartfelt blog post.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

The Surprising Secret to Authentic and Powerful Leadership

OpenTable CEO Christa Quarles says vulnerability is what actually gives you strength.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

This Successful Entrepreneur Explains Why You Don’t Need Billions to Build a Brand That Hits Home

Walker & Company founder and CEO Tristan Walker says that you will make the biggest impact by creating a company that resonates emotionally with customers

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

‘Bar Rescue’s’ Jon Taffer Isn’t Afraid to Call Founders on Their B.S.

The hospitality legend is on a one-man crusade to help entrepreneurs own their failures, get over their hang-ups and succeed.

By Mike Sager

Marketing

The Hidden First Step of Negotiation? Don’t Lose Your Sense of Humor.

Advertising Week President Mari Kim Novak explains how to fight for what is important to you.

By Nina Zipkin

Thought Leaders

The Founder of Squarespace Explains Why You Don’t Want to Raise As Much Money as Possible

CEO Anthony Casalena says learning how to operate efficiently and not throw money after a problem as been a central component of his company's success.

By Nina Zipkin